Replenix Acne Solutions Gly/Sal 2-2 Foaming Cleanser
Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acid, Glycolic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Its exfoliating properties gently slough away dead skin and decongest pores to leave skin feeling fresh and renewed.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid, salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Glycolic acid + 3 moreWorks well
“Acne Solutions Gly/Sal 2-2 Foaming Cleanser”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: glycolic acid, zinc pca
CleansingSodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Acne Solutions Gly/Sal 2-2 Foaming Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (disodium cocoamphodiacetate, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Salicylic acid2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidWater~40–60%
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate~9.3–14%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl sarcosinateSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~4.8–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl tauratePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateDisodium cocoamphodiacetate~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetatePotassium hydroxide~1.4–2%
Glycolic acid~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractCucumis sativus extract~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Zinc pca~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaCopper pca~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Copper pcaSalix alba bark extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractHydroxyethylcellulose~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcellulosePhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolDisodium edta~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Salicylic acid, Water, Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Potassium hydroxide, Glycolic acid, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Cucumis sativus extract, Zinc pca, Copper pca, Salix alba bark extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium edta
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| ReplenixAcne Solutions Gly/Sal 2-2 Foaming CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | CeletequeAcne Cleansing Gel | Community Sixty-SixDetoxifying AHA/BHA Gel Cleanser | SkinfixAcne+ 2% BHA Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 80% | 78% | 76% |
| Price | — | — | $15.82 | $10.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Azelaic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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